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Athens Travel Information
A holiday in Athens can be anything you want it to be. Cultural interest
evidently ranks high on every visitor's list of things to do and not
surprisingly, the first site many want to explore is the mighty
Acropolis majestically overlooking the city.
Athens
Greece
At the foot of this most important hill, the ancient district of Plaka
is a real treasure trove with traditional tavernas, picturesque churches
and shops cramming the twisting narrow streets.
In contrast, the wide avenues of the modern part of Athens offer
exquisite shopping opportunities and elegant cafes with inviting
terraces.
A short drive away from Athens is a superb stretch of coastline, known
as the Athenian Riviera. Glyfada, the closest holiday resort to town and
to the airport is a lively centre complete with good beaches, excellent
nightlife and an international golf course.
A few minutes drive along the coast, Vouliagmeni with its magnificent
yacht marina is another charming seaside resort, quieter than its
neighbour and a superb choice for beaches, watersports and fine
restaurants.
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Athens Travel and Flight
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Getting There
There are various flight options to Athens with direct flights from
London Airports and Manchester. You can also fly from your local airport
with one change in various cities. The flight time to Athens is approx 4
hours.
Discount hotel rates in Athens are also available to book online at Cheap
Online Flights, just visit our 'Hotels
Abroad' page for online availability and secure reservations.
Getting Around
The Athenian metro system is inexpensive, fast and a great way to avoid
any traffic congestion.
Must See
The Acropolis is a must with the Parthenon open daily. The entrance fee
guarantees a view of the temple of Athena Nike, the Erectheum with its
graceful porch of the Caryatids.
Also see the Temple of Olympian Zeus - standing beside the National
Gardens.
The Acropolis, Athens
Must Do
In Plaka, the new museum of Greek popular art is worth a visit for
authentic goods or visit Monastiraki's bizaar-like market open daily
with a special grand flea market on a Sunday.
Nightlife is lively with plenty of bars and good restaurants serving
Greek and international cuisine and inexpensive tavernas.
The Athens Festival has ancient dramas, opera and ballet performed in
the open air theatres, or go and see the Son et Lumiere shows at the
Acropolis on summer evenings.
Weather
Daily average temperatures (Approx) 'C
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16 APR 20 MAY 25
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Athens by Cheap Online
Flights
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> Unique blend of ancient history and bustling metropolis
> Cradle of Western civilization
> Fantastic sightseeing opportunities including the Parthenon and
Acropolis
> The Monastiraki flea market is great for bargains and unusual
souvenirs
> Historic Plaka is home to an array of tavernas buzzing with the
sound of bouzouki music
> The tree lined boulevards teem with twenty first century life
whilst nudging shoulders with historic sights
> Shoppers will appreciate the wide choice on offer - shoes and
leather goods are good buys
Book a city break to Athens with Cheap Online Flights.
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